Best Skilled Nursing in Puyallup, Washington
11 communities found
Puyallup has 13 skilled nursing communities, all residential, with an average rating of 4.3 across the 13 rated communities and 1,843 reviews read. Medicare.gov star data is available for 5 of these facilities, averaging 3.2 stars, with two five-star facilities and one one-star facility. Five of the communities are classified as large.
- 11communities
- 4.4average rating, 11 rated
- 1,801family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Life Care Center Of South Hill
Puyallup, Washington
4.8(1035)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
CayCare
Puyallup, Washington
4.8(64)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup
Puyallup, Washington
4.7(48)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
SK Living Adult Family Home
Puyallup, Washington
5(10)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Country Living Adult Family Home
Puyallup, Washington
4.9(8)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Rainier Rehabilitation
Puyallup, Washington
4.4(213)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Deer Ridge Memory Care Community
Puyallup, Washington
4.4(78)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Life Care Center Of Puyallup
Puyallup, Washington
4.3(186)
Respite / Short-Term CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Wesley Bradley Park
Puyallup, Washington
4.3(44)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Puyallup Post Acute
Puyallup, Washington
3.8(16)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Linden Grove Health Care Center
Puyallup, Washington
3.2(99)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Puyallup
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Life Care Center Of South Hill
4.8 (1035 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 100 units
Offers round-the-clock nursing and both inpatient and outpatient therapy, with a 4.8 average rating from over 1,000 Google reviews.
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4.8 (64 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
A placement and referral agency helping families find skilled nursing, assisted living, memory care, and hospice services, praised for speed and personal attention.
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Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup
4.7 (48 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
A clean, attentive community where staff build close relationships and keep families informed, though some reviewers note communication and staffing lapses.
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5 (10 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
A small, home-style community run by an owner-RN, with reviewers describing attentive, compassionate caregivers and a clean, family-like home.
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Country Living Adult Family Home
4.9 (8 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
A small adult family home known for warmth, cleanliness, and personalized attention, with particular praise for manager Kelly and the care team.
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4.4 (213 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 117 units
A skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility with a 5-star Medicare.gov quality rating and a 4.4 Google rating from 210 reviews.
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Deer Ridge Memory Care Community
4.4 (78 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
A secured, home-like memory care community with warm, attentive staff, though some reviewers cite turnover, understaffing, and communication problems.
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4.3 (186 reviews)· Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 102 units
A skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility with a 4.3 Google rating, offering structured, individualized rehab and a large Parkinson's support community.
- 9
4.3 (44 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
A faith-based nonprofit campus praised for cleanliness, food, and friendly staff, though some reviewers raise concerns about memory care quality and added fees.
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3.8 (16 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 96 units
Most reviewers describe Puyallup Post Acute as clean, welcoming, and staffed by attentive, compassionate caregivers who go out of their way for residents' comfort and therapy progress. However, one detailed and serious…
What families say about skilled nursing in Puyallup
Counted across the review summaries of 11 Puyallup communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, noted by 85% of the 13 communities, along with cleanliness at 54% and activities and social life at 46%. Food and dining and communication with families each draw praise from 38% of communities, but communication with families is also the leading concern, raised by 54%, followed by cost and billing at 46% and staffing levels and turnover at 38%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 82%
- Cleanliness 64%
- Medical and nursing care 45%
- Building and grounds 45%
- Activities and social life 36%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 55%
- Cost and billing 55%
- Staff attitude 36%
- Staffing levels and turnover 36%
“I was in a car accident and I ended up getting to this amazing place and I want to take a moment to say that everyone is friendly and kind I am getting better every day”
“I am so thankful that we found this place for my mom!! The staff is super kind and friendly. I live 3 1/2 hours away. We wanted to celebrate her birthday and they reserved a wonderful room for our big family to visit!! Thanks for all you do!!!”
“Hands down the best memory care in western Washington. The residents seem so happy and engaged, and the care staff is wonderful. The property looks beautiful and feels very upscale. You couldn’t ask for a better place for your loved one to stay!”
Skilled Nursing in Puyallup: the figures
- •Of the 5 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 0 have 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60.
- •5 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.8 out of 5: 2 rated four stars or better, 2 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (9), emergency call system (9), wheelchair accessible (9), housekeeping (9), medication management (9), on-site nurse (rn) (8).
How families pay for skilled nursing in Washington
Most families in Washington pay for assisted living, memory care and independent living out of pocket at first, often drawing on savings, pensions and the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a family member holds a policy, can help cover part of the monthly cost, though the terms and waiting periods vary by policy. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that adds a monthly amount on top of a regular VA pension for those who need help with daily activities, and it can be applied toward the cost of assisted living or memory care.
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Skilled Nursing near Puyallup
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tacoma10.5 mi | 53 | 4.2 / 5 | 10.5 mi |
| Federal Way10.9 mi | 30 | 4.4 / 5 | 10.9 mi |
| Auburn11 mi | 42 | 4.5 / 5 | 11 mi |
| University Place12.6 mi | 24 | 4.6 / 5 | 12.6 mi |
| Enumclaw14.2 mi | 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 14.2 mi |
| Des Moines16 mi | 29 | 4.7 / 5 | 16 mi |
| Kent16.1 mi | 30 | 4.6 / 5 | 16.1 mi |
| Gig Harbor18.1 mi | 29 | 4.6 / 5 | 18.1 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 11 communities listed in Puyallup, 1,801 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Puyallup ask about.
- Home Care in Washington: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Puyallup: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Puyallup, Washington?
MyLivingChoice lists 11 skilled nursing long term care communities in Puyallup, Washington, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Puyallup are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include SK Living Adult Family Home (5★, 10 ratings), Country Living Adult Family Home (4.9★, 8 ratings), Life Care Center Of South Hill (4.8★, 1035 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Puyallup?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Puyallup has assisted living (22 communities), independent living (13 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (11 communities), at-home care (10 communities), memory care (10 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Puyallup?
Families rate Puyallup skilled nursing long term care communities 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 1,801 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Puyallup skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 11 Puyallup communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 82%), cleanliness (mentioned for 64%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 45%). The most common concerns are communication with families (55%), cost and billing (55%), staff attitude (36%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Puyallup?
Of the 5 Puyallup communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 0 have 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Puyallup nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
5 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Puyallup carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.8 out of 5. 2 are rated four stars or better and 2 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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